Leading with Agility

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If you're looking for something dynamic, fresh with a new perspective on leadership then this podcast is for you.

We believe that leadership is at a crossroads, not only are organisations struggling with constant change and disruption but leaders are looking for better and more effective development opportunities.

Which is why Agile leadership requires leaders to be more self-aware, comfortable with uncertainty and above all far more outcome focused than before.

So join our podcast, as we explore a new model of leadership that places Agile at its core.

Both Arif Bobat and Tomasz 'TK' Kropiewnicki are co-founders of Humble Associates and experienced leadership coaches and Agile consultants. For many years, they've helped transform organisations to adopt Agile ways of working while also supporting and guiding leaders through the process. Since forming Humble Associates they have been focused on coaching and developing leaders to lead with Agility.

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